What does groat mean?
Groat means (chiefly in the plural) Hulled grain, chiefly hulled oats..
Groat
/ɡɹoʊt/ · noun
Meaning
(chiefly in the plural) Hulled grain, chiefly hulled oats..
Definitions by Sense
- (chiefly in the plural) Hulled grain, chiefly hulled oats.
- (archaic or historical) Any of various old coins of England and Scotland.
- A proverbial small sum; a whit or jot.
Example Sentences
The Widdow that hath but a pan of braſſe, And ſcarſe a houſe to hide her head, Sometimes no penny to buy her bread, Muſt pay her Landlord many a groat, Or twil be puld out of her throat:
Synonyms for groat
Antonyms for groat
Related Words
Word Forms
- groats
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for groat?
Common synonyms include fourpence.
What is the opposite of groat?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use groat in a sentence?
The Widdow that hath but a pan of braſſe, And ſcarſe a houſe to hide her head, Sometimes no penny to buy her bread, Muſt pay her Landlord many a groat, Or twil be puld out of her throat:
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